Many things can wait; the child cannot. Now is the time his bones are being formed, his mind is being developed. To him we cannot say tomorrow; his name is today.
~Gabriela Mistral
Friday, September 30, 2011
Monday, September 26, 2011
USDA Dietary Guidelines for Children
New USDA guidelines reveal the health risks in the way most kids eat. Here's how to start fighting the childhood obesity epidemic
http://www.parenting.com/article/usda-dietary-guidelines-children
http://www.parenting.com/article/usda-dietary-guidelines-children
Friday, September 23, 2011
Monday, September 19, 2011
Parent Connection Group - Infant Literacy
October 5th 6:00pm~7:30pm
Baby Steps (Old Central School)
This group provides an opportunity for parents of infants 0~8 months old and expectant parents to connect with one another, enjoy an educational topic and learn about services provided in Itasca County for families and children.
This October topic of Infant Literacy will be facilitated by Char Zanardi(ECFE) and will be covering the foundation of early literacy as well as age appropriate early literacy activities.
This is a free group but space is limited so pre-registration is required by call Baby Steps at 326~2300.
Baby Steps (Old Central School)
This group provides an opportunity for parents of infants 0~8 months old and expectant parents to connect with one another, enjoy an educational topic and learn about services provided in Itasca County for families and children.
This October topic of Infant Literacy will be facilitated by Char Zanardi(ECFE) and will be covering the foundation of early literacy as well as age appropriate early literacy activities.
This is a free group but space is limited so pre-registration is required by call Baby Steps at 326~2300.
Follow the link to help guide your child's tv viewing
By the time they begin kindrgarten, children in the United States have watched an average of 4000 hours of TV.
Taking Charge of TV Reading Topics A-Z Reading Rockets
Taking Charge of TV Reading Topics A-Z Reading Rockets
Friday, September 16, 2011
How do you turn a sandwich into a fun snack? Make it a stick-wich!
Recipe: Sandwich on a Stick Sandwiches for School FamilyFun:
Sandwich on a Stick
Ingredients
bread
cheese
lunch meat
grape tomatoes
lettuce
pickles
olive
Instructions
Cut up cubes of bread, cheese, and lunch meat (we ordered 1/2-inch-thick slices of ham and turkey at the deli counter).
Slide the cubes onto a skewer with other foods your child likes, such as a grape tomato, a piece of lettuce, a pickle, or an olive.
Set out a side of mayo or mustard for dippin
Sandwich on a Stick
Ingredients
bread
cheese
lunch meat
grape tomatoes
lettuce
pickles
olive
Instructions
Cut up cubes of bread, cheese, and lunch meat (we ordered 1/2-inch-thick slices of ham and turkey at the deli counter).
Slide the cubes onto a skewer with other foods your child likes, such as a grape tomato, a piece of lettuce, a pickle, or an olive.
Set out a side of mayo or mustard for dippin
Monday, September 12, 2011
Free Parenting Webinar
Purposeful Parenting
Wednesday ~ 9/14/11 12:00-1:00
The Red*Yellow*Green Framework is a way for parents to deliver direct and clear messages, establish necessary rituals and routines, and communicate family values, benefits and expectations.
Go to http://www.workingfam.org/events to register or access the recorded version when it is convenient for you.
If you would like to join a live discussion during the event, bring a bag lunch and join a licensed parent educator in Room 135 of the District #318 Administration Building.
Wednesday ~ 9/14/11 12:00-1:00
The Red*Yellow*Green Framework is a way for parents to deliver direct and clear messages, establish necessary rituals and routines, and communicate family values, benefits and expectations.
Go to http://www.workingfam.org/events to register or access the recorded version when it is convenient for you.
If you would like to join a live discussion during the event, bring a bag lunch and join a licensed parent educator in Room 135 of the District #318 Administration Building.
Friday, September 9, 2011
Fun in our Community!!
Family Art Walk
Saturday 9/10/11 12:00pm-3:30pm
Forest History Center
Children and their families will learn to create environmental art using only the materials and elements found while walking in nature. Bring a camera to capture the fun!~ This is a FREE Children First! evant and is open to all families.
Saturday 9/10/11 12:00pm-3:30pm
Forest History Center
Children and their families will learn to create environmental art using only the materials and elements found while walking in nature. Bring a camera to capture the fun!~ This is a FREE Children First! evant and is open to all families.
Monday, September 5, 2011
Friday, September 2, 2011
Community Education Classes
Registration is now open for the new Community Ed classes. Visit http://www.getlearning.org to view the latest listing of classes for the whole family!
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